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Summary:
The Test Engineer provides support for test processes on the production floor and product startups working with Printed Circuit Boards (PCB) and Printed Circuit Board Assemblies (PCBA).
Responsibilities:
• Coordinates the installation of production test equipment
• Performs test equipment qualifications and characterization
• Coordinates the installation of hardware and software updates as required
• Proposes ideas for custom tooling for overall test process and equipment improvement
• Participates in Lean, Six Sigma, and Kaizen continuous improvement activities
• Assists in reviewing engineering design drawings and DFX reports prior to production release for testability
• Assists in developing product specific test programs
• Works with cross functional teams to address corrective actions
• Assists maintenance in developing preventative maintenance and calibration procedures
• Analyzes line return information to understand and drive corrective action on test process issues
• Complies and follows all company policies and procedures
• Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned
Other information:
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Effective interpersonal skills
• Effective multitasking skills and the ability to take on additional responsibilities as required
• Effective organization and prioritization skills
• Demonstrate high attention to detail
• Ability to work with diverse groups
• Demonstrates discretion, confidentiality, independent judgment and professionalism.
• Ability to work with minimal supervision and guidance, exercising discretion and independent judgment.
• Understanding of and ability to use continuous improvement tools.
• Strong customer service and client focus
• Working knowledge of productivity tools, including Microsoft Office products and WebEx conferencing software
• Equivalent combination of education and experience as approved by executive management
• Understanding of electrical design principles
• Ability to work individually or in teams
• Ability to support a 24/7 global business operation as required
• Ability to lift 75 lbs. to manage test fixtures
• Understanding of and ability to use metrics and continuous improvement tools (e.g. DPMO, FPY, DPM, Six Sigma, FMEA, etc.)
• >5 years of electronics manufacturing experience
• Lean Sigma Greenbelt
• Familiarity with advanced technologies and applications
• Master of advanced technologies and applications
• Able to travel up to 20% including day and overnight as required
Benchmark considers this a safety-sensitive position.
Education:
• 4 year degree in Electrical/Computing Engineering, or related field such as Physics or Computer Science WITH hardware experience.
Geographical Location: Minnesota:Rochester
Physical Location: Rochester, MN
Shift: Shift 1
Work Schedule: M-F 0800-1700
Full Time
In our innovative environment, you'll work with cutting-edge technology, leading the way in engineering design and delivering world-class manufacturing services for products that make a real difference in the lives of others. At Benchmark, your career is more than just a job. It's an opportunity to be part of something bigger, where your work matters and helps shape a brighter future for everyone. Together, we will achieve extraordinary things.
Safety-Sensitive Position and Drug Testing Notice: This position is classified as safety-sensitive because impairment while performing job duties could pose a significant risk of harm. Where permitted by applicable law or required by federal regulation, Benchmark will conduct a pre-employment drug screen, which may include testing for THC. In jurisdictions that restrict pre-employment cannabis testing or prohibit action based solely on non-psychoactive cannabis metabolites, Benchmark will comply with local requirements. Benchmark maintains a drug- and alcohol-free workplace and may conduct reasonable-suspicion and post-incident testing in accordance with applicable law.
Compensation Range: $81,154.00 to $114,731.00 USD. Many factors are considered in compensation decisions, including but not limited to skills, certifications, licensures, experience, training, incumbent data, and other business needs.
Benefits and Other Compensation: Benchmark provides a comprehensive benefits package, including a Bonus Plan, 401(k), Paid Time Off, and Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance, all based on scheduled hours. Benchmark complies with applicable state and local employee leave laws.
Application Deadline: This job posting will remain open until filled.
Additional Notices: Benchmark adheres to applicable state and local laws regarding employee leave benefits. This includes, but is not limited to, providing time off pursuant to the Colorado Healthy Families and Workplaces Act, in accordance with its plans and policies. Candidates applying for remote work based in Washington state, may obtain PTO eligibility for this position by emailing careers@bench.com.
Export Control: This job position may include access to controlled information or technology covered under applicable U.S. export control laws. As such, employment for this job position may be contingent on either verification that an applicant falls under the definition of a "U.S. Person" (which includes U.S. citizens, U.S. lawful permanent residents, and those granted U.S. asylum or refugee status) or on the Company timely obtaining any necessary export license required under federal laws. The Company evaluates such export license situations on a case-by-case basis and may decline to proceed with a job applicant in its sole discretion since export license applications can take many weeks to be processed.
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